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The Toughest Jobs in American Government

From frontline emergency responders and federal agents to the Oval Office, explore eighteen of the most demanding careers in American public service, ranked in ascending order of responsibility.

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  1. Eighteen High-Stakes Public Roles That Demand Nerves Of Steel
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From frontline emergency responders and federal agents to the Oval Office, explore eighteen of the most demanding careers in American public service, ranked in ascending order of responsibility.

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